In this episode of Live Ready, host David Ibarra sits down with Paul Nygaard, former VP of Marketing at Larry H. Miller Management Co.

Paul shares how he applies the principles of "living ready" to the competitive world of automotive marketing and corporate strategy.

Discover how a clear purpose and disciplined action have fueled his award-winning career and how you can apply those same rhythms to your professional journey.

Clarity without action creates frustration. In this 5-minute leadership intensive, David R. Ibarra shares Lesson 3 from his upcoming book, Live Ready — Creating HOW Power.

Master the "Ready, Set, Go" Framework:

✅ READY: Accurate thought vs. assumptions.

✅ SET: Eliminating distractions that look like activity.

✅ GO: Executing through obstacles to build trust.

Stop explaining and start executing. 

Royal Coburn joins us this week on the Live Ready Podcast – Beyond Think and Grow Rich.

As President of Competition Specialties, Royal is a respected leader in the automotive performance space. His journey reflects what the Live Ready philosophy is all about—discipline, specialized knowledge, and a commitment to consistent execution that drives lasting success.

In this episode, Royal shares real-world insight on leadership, growth, and staying competitive in a constantly evolving industry.

Welcome to Live Ready Beyond Think and Grow Rich. Hosted by, David R. Ibarra. Fueling your growth. Every week, we bring you high-level conversations with the leaders and builders shaping our world.

The Live Ready Learning Series. On select episodes, we dive into "Teaching Mode"—delivering a sharp, 5-minute leadership masterclass to turn your vision into execution.

Today’s Lesson. Straight from my upcoming book, Live Ready — Creating HOW Power: 28 Essential Lessons.

Lesson Two: Purpose Sustains Movement

Joey Burns | Area Vice President at Ken Garff Automotive Group

As Area Vice President for Ken Garff Automotive Group, Joey Burns brings over 18 years of dedicated experience to the automotive industry.

A proud graduate of Weber State University with a degree in Technical Sales, Joey combines academic expertise with a deep commitment to operational excellence. Fluent in Spanish—a skill honed during his mission in Argentina—Joey excels at building diverse connections and fostering a culture of clear communication.

Beyond the dealership, he is a lifelong fitness enthusiast who recently conquered his latest marathon. Guided by his "FFFF" core values—Faith, Family, Fitness, and Fun—Joey is passionate about leading with integrity and energy in both his professional and personal life.

Every other week we shift into teaching mode on Lĭve Ready® Beyond Think and Grow Rich with a focused 5-minute leadership lesson built to help you turn vision into execution.

This week: How you think determines how you lead. And how you lead determines what gets built.

Through three surgeries and relentless faith, he found more than his voice again. He found his passion. He found his purpose.

On this episode of Live Ready - Beyond Think and Grow Rich, David R. Ibarra talks with James F. Wright, who shares a journey where pain became the path—and music became the calling.

On this episode of Live Ready – Beyond Think & Grow Rich, David R. Ibarra interviews D’Marko Blewett—former Mr. Utah and Mr. Los Angeles—for a high-energy conversation on the power of the Sound Health principle.

Packed with unforgettable stories, big laughs, and real-life lessons, this entertaining episode is a must-listen!

On this episode of Live Ready: Beyond Think & Grow Rich, David breaks down the Power of Thought—the first principle of success—and shows how your thinking directly shapes your results.

If you’re ready to silence doubt, flip the switch to belief, and create real momentum in your life, this episode is a must-listen.

Today on Live Ready, hosted by David R. Ibarra, he interviews a former U.S. Congressman, Salt Lake County Mayor, and Utah State Senator—and current candidate for the U.S. Congress, Ben McAdams—to unpack how living with Purpose, followed by Action, drives leadership, service, and real impact at the highest levels.